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PHJ 316E

2008 Piaggio Vespa

Green Petrol 125cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Jul 2018
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

37,717 mi
Last recorded37,717 miles
Recorded on8 Jul 2017
Typical for 2008 Piaggio Vespa12,926 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPHJ 316E
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa
Year2008
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine125cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 8 Jul 2017 37,717 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2016 37,717 miles
Fail 17 Jun 2015

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Pass 17 Jun 2015
Pass 13 Feb 2014 35,662 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2011 35,281 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2010 34,916 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2009 33,838 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2008 33,134 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2006 13,137 miles

How Reliable is the Piaggio Vespa?

Based on 355,016 MOT tests across 47,189 vehicles.

83.8%
Pass Rate
722
Miles/Year
30
Year Lifespan
47,189
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 6,210
Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam 3,809
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 2,327
Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel 2,314
Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey 2,123
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PHJ 316E is a 2008 Piaggio Vespa in Green with a 125cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

Across all 2008 Piaggio Vespa models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.7% with a typical mileage of 12,926 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Piaggio Vespa fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 6,210 recorded failures. If you're considering buying PHJ 316E, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Piaggio Vespa typically stays on UK roads for around 30 years. At 18 years old, this Piaggio Vespa is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was PHJ 316E registered?

PHJ 316E is a 2008 Piaggio Vespa, first registered on 20 November 2008.

Is PHJ 316E safe to buy?

The MOT history for PHJ 316E shows 10 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does PHJ 316E have outstanding finance?

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